Nasal valve collapse
ICD-10 J34.82 is a used to indicate a diagnosis of nasal valve collapse.
Nasal valve collapse is a condition characterized by the inability of the nasal valve to maintain its structural integrity during respiration, leading to airflow obstruction. The nasal valve is the narrowest part of the nasal airway, located at the junction of the cartilaginous and bony portions of the nose. Clinically, patients may present with symptoms such as nasal congestion, difficulty breathing through the nose, and a sensation of nasal obstruction, which can be exacerbated by physical activity or certain positions. The condition may result from various factors, including anatomical variations, trauma, or previous surgical interventions. Disease progression can lead to chronic nasal obstruction, which may contribute to secondary complications such as sleep apnea, sinusitis, or impaired quality of life. Diagnostic considerations include a thorough clinical history, physical examination, and possibly imaging studies or nasal endoscopy to assess the nasal anatomy and function. Treatment options may involve conservative measures like nasal strips or surgical interventions to restore nasal valve function, depending on the severity of the collapse and the impact on the patient's quality of life.
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
Standard ICD-10-CM documentation requirements apply
Various clinical presentations within this specialty area
Follow specialty-specific billing guidelines
J34.82 specifically covers nasal valve collapse, which may be due to anatomical deformities, trauma, or surgical changes affecting the nasal valve area. It is important to differentiate this from other causes of nasal obstruction.
J34.82 should be used when the primary issue is the collapse of the nasal valve leading to obstruction, rather than other causes of nasal obstruction such as polyps or deviated septum, which are coded differently.
Documentation should include a detailed clinical history, physical examination findings, and any diagnostic tests performed, such as nasal endoscopy, that confirm the diagnosis of nasal valve collapse.
